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Karolyn Denise Griffin

Crawfordville, FL,FL

Summary

Accomplished Paramedic with extensive experience at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital and Leon County EMS, adept in delivering advanced life support and excelling in high-pressure environments. Demonstrated ability to improve patient outcomes through critical decision-making and compassionate care. Skilled in airway management and effective team collaboration, significantly enhancing emergency response efficiency.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Paramedic

Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
04.2015 - Current
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
  • Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Paramedic

Leon County Emergency Services
10.2008 - 03.2022
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
  • Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
  • Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
  • Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
  • Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
  • Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic

Florida Medical Training Institute - Melbourne
Melbourne, FL
2005

Skills

  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Advanced Life Support
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Direct Patient Care
  • IV Insertion
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Airway Management
  • Pre-hospital Care
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Patient Transport
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Timeline

Paramedic

Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
04.2015 - Current

Paramedic

Leon County Emergency Services
10.2008 - 03.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic

Florida Medical Training Institute - Melbourne

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